Gale's

Name: Gale's
Address: 452 South Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena, CA, United States, 91105
Telephone: (626) 432-6705
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

3330 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 39 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

Gale's Restaurant is a totally local Pasadena spot for delicious Northern Italian fare, tucked away from the tourist chains in Old Town. Couples, families and friends that seem to have just finished a day outdoors snuggle among the brick walls and small marble tables, drinking cocktails and wine from elegant Brighton goblets. Start off with Bruschetta, Burrata Salad or Gale's Simple Salad and then move on to the country-style Tuscan steak or one of the house made ravioli specials. For dessert, don't miss the Tiramisu or Gale's iconic Coconut Cake. The wine list is a favorite among the guests for it's variety and excellent value.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00 Sun 15:00–20:00
Phone number
(626) 432-6705
Website
http://www.galesrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Chef Leo
Catering
Gale's menu adapts well to both office and personal catering. Check with us to see how our personalized menus can be tailored for your next event.

Location
452 South Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena, CA 91105
Area
Pasadena
Cross Street
California
Parking details
Ample Free Parking in lot and street parking.
Public transit
We are very close to the Del Mar Station for the Metrolink. We are about 3 blocks away.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Prosciutto and MelonUS$16.00
imported prosciutto, cantaloupe
Garlic BreadUS$9.00
garlic and parmesan, butter
Scampi FrittiUS$18.00
large breaded shrimp, pesto remoulade
Mussels in White Wine SauceUS$19.00
mussels, white wine, garlic, shallots
BruschettaUS$10.00
garlic toast, tomato, basil, garlic EVO
Eggplant SicilianaUS$14.00
roasted eggplant, tomato, mozzarella, pesto
Warm Roasted OlivesUS$10.00
marinated olives and herbs

Salads

''The Original'' Simple SaladUS$9.00
romaine, cherry tomato, parmesan, red onion, herb vinaigrette
Organic GreensUS$9.00
organic mixed, pine nuts, parmesan, balsamic
Arugula SaladUS$9.00
Tomato, mushroom. Parmesan cheese, lemon vinaigrette
Caprese SaladUS$16.00
fresh mozzarella, roma tomatoes, basil, EVO
Chopped Antipasto SaladUS$12.00
Italian meats, cheese, romaine. Marinated vegetables, herb vinaigrette
Rustic Caesar SaladUS$9.00
romaine lettuce, parmesan, tomato, brushetta, caesar dressing
Burrata with ProsciuttoUS$17.00
local made burrata cheese, tomato, basil, prosciutto, roasted peppers, EVO
Roasted Beet SaladUS$13.00
arugula, goat cheese, sweet peacan balsamic dressing

Meats and Fish

Served with choice of two side dishes: roasted potatoes, sauteed spinach, Yukon Gold mashed potatoes, daily vegetable or penne marinara, add Caesar or Simply salad small $6; large $9

Chicken PiccataUS$29.00
chicken breast lightly floured lemon, parsley caper sauce
Tuscan Style SteakUS$37.00
new york steak, garlic & herbs
Country Stlye SteakUS$39.00
New York steak sliced, arugula and shaved Parmesan
Rosemary Lamb ChopsUS$39.00
seasoned with garlic and rosemary
Herb Roasted ChickenUS$29.00
oven roasted Mary's free range chicken seasoned with fresh herbs
Chicken MilaneseUS$29.00
chicken breast, seasoned bread crumbs, parmesan cheese
Chicken ParmesanUS$30.00
chicken milanese with marinara and melted mozzarella
Chicken CacciatoreUS$29.00
Mary's chicken, roasted bell pepper, mushroom, onion
Fresh Salmon SauteUS$29.00
salmon lightly sautéed and served with a garlic yogurt aioli
Fresh Fish of the Day
brought in daily from Fish King Seafood
- M/P

Soups

Minestrone SoupUS$7.00
vegetable soup with pasta, pesto, vegetarian broth
Soup of the DayUS$7.00
daily selection

Pasta

Whole wheat available gluten free pasta. Add Caesar or Simply salad small $6; large $9

Cappellini PomodoroUS$16.00
chopped tomatoes, garlic, basil
Rotini BologneseUS$18.00
slow cooked italian meat sauce
Fettuccini CarbonaraUS$18.00
cream, pancetta, parmesan, onions, egg
Scampi Linguini RapiniUS$22.00
shrimp, italian broccoli, sundried tomato, kalamata olive, garlic
Portabello RavioliUS$20.00
portobello stuffed ravioli, wild mushroom cream sauce
Clams LinguiniUS$22.00
parsley, garlic and white wine
Penne al FromaggioUS$17.00
fresh mozzarella, basil, garlic, tomato sauce, parmesan
Fettuccini ArrabbiataUS$16.00
spicy tomato sauce
Spaghetti MarinaraUS$15.00
fresh tomato sauce, garlic, herbs
Whole Wheat SpaghettiUS$17.00
tomato, basil, eggplant and zucchini with fresh mozzarella
Spaghetti with Lemon Capers and ShrimpUS$22.00
shrimp, capers, lemon, olive oil, parmesan cheese
My Brother Jerrys Tortelloni BologneseUS$21.00
veal and chicken tortelloni, creamy meat sauce

Baked Pastas

Spinach LasagnaUS$18.00
fresh pasta, spinach, ricotta, parmesan, mozzarella, marinara sauce
Lasagna BologneseUS$19.00
lasagna with house made meat sauce
Pasta al FornoUS$19.00
creamy meat sauce, mozzarella, parmesan cheese

What 3,330 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Pasadena
Healthy
Pasadena
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Gale's in Pasadena offers an "incredible dining experience" with its "excellent food, service, and ambiance." The coconut cream cake is a "famous must-try" dessert, and the menu features standout dishes like the scampi linguini and mushroom risotto. Despite occasional noise, the "friendly and attentive staff" make visits memorable.

3,330 Reviews

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Debra
San Francisco
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Hostess went out of her way to accommodate us, we arrived early to reservation
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Tina
Los Angeles
56 reviews
5.0
56 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have been dining @ Gale's for many years. Food & service is always excellent!!
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victoria
Los Angeles
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Neighborhood gem!!! A must stop when in Pasadena!!
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Peter
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Solid local restaurant with very good Italian food and wines. Great local vibe. Gale is a great caring owner
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Doug
New York City
29 reviews
vip
3.0
29 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I had eaten at Gales before the pandemic and found the food to be excellent. But last nights meal was a real disappointment. I ordered chicken piccata. Two chicken breast came out as thick as T-bone steaks. Chicken piccata is supposed to be pounded flat. The lemon caper sauce had the consistency of gravy. Inexcusable for an Italian restaurant to not know how to properly make chicken piccata. My friend and I ordered a salad. We were halfway through eating it when the runner was standing in front of us with our entrées, looking at us like - move your plates. For a restaurant where the entrées are $35-$50 I found the whole experience mediocre at best. I am unlikely to return.
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Thomas
Dallas
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have been coming her for 20 years. Consistently great food & service. Can't find much better. Great for couples or large groups.
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Stephen
Los Angeles
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 8 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Was disappointed in the food prepared. Uusually quite good - tonight was not to standard.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 7 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My 3rd time at Gale’s. Great selection of entrees to choose and enjoy. Esteban has been our server the times that I have been there with friends. He provides great recommendations and customer service. I am excited to take my family for the entrees and service.
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anthony
Los Angeles
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on 5 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food always good. Portions are small and prices are a bit high. Very noisy in front part of restaurant. Still one of my favorite restaurant but just don't go as often as I want due to cost.
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Kathleen
Los Angeles
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 4 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat outside in the covered area and it was so pleasant and comfortable. the food was terrific and our server took the children's orders first so they were happy to eat their dinners while we enjoyed an appetizer and our drinks. I love the pizzetta and it didn't let me down! I like to eat a salad before and then half the little pizza so I can take the other half home for another meal. Our son had the eggplant parm which was plated in a wonderful "stacked" way and was as tasty as it looked. The little issue of the bright flood lights turning on next door and shining, blinding, into our faces was taken care of with the drapes on the space so we were happy to return to comfort!
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FAQs

Gale's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (626) 432-6705.

Gale's is rated 4.6 stars by 3330 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 39 times today

Order delivery or takeout

452 South Fair Oaks Ave., Pasadena, CA 91105

Additional information

Cross Street
California
Area
Pasadena
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00 Sun 15:00–20:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Ample Free Parking in lot and street parking.
Public transit
We are very close to the Del Mar Station for the Metrolink. We are about 3 blocks away.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Leo
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.galesrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(626) 432-6705
Catering
Gale's menu adapts well to both office and personal catering. Check with us to see how our personalized menus can be tailored for your next event.

Gale's

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Caprese Salad

Spinach Lasagna

Lasagna Bolognese

Starters

Prosciutto and MelonUS$16.00

Garlic BreadUS$9.00

Scampi FrittiUS$18.00

Mussels in White Wine SauceUS$19.00

BruschettaUS$10.00

Eggplant SicilianaUS$14.00

Warm Roasted OlivesUS$10.00

Salads

''The Original'' Simple SaladUS$9.00

Organic GreensUS$9.00

Arugula SaladUS$9.00

Caprese SaladUS$16.00

Chopped Antipasto SaladUS$12.00

Rustic Caesar SaladUS$9.00

Burrata with ProsciuttoUS$17.00

Roasted Beet SaladUS$13.00

Meats and Fish

Chicken PiccataUS$29.00

Tuscan Style SteakUS$37.00

Country Stlye SteakUS$39.00

Rosemary Lamb ChopsUS$39.00

Herb Roasted ChickenUS$29.00

Chicken MilaneseUS$29.00

Chicken ParmesanUS$30.00

Chicken CacciatoreUS$29.00

Fresh Salmon SauteUS$29.00

Fresh Fish of the Day

Soups

Minestrone SoupUS$7.00

Soup of the DayUS$7.00

Pasta

Cappellini PomodoroUS$16.00

Rotini BologneseUS$18.00

Fettuccini CarbonaraUS$18.00

Scampi Linguini RapiniUS$22.00

Portabello RavioliUS$20.00

Clams LinguiniUS$22.00

Penne al FromaggioUS$17.00

Fettuccini ArrabbiataUS$16.00

Spaghetti MarinaraUS$15.00

Whole Wheat SpaghettiUS$17.00

Spaghetti with Lemon Capers and ShrimpUS$22.00

My Brother Jerrys Tortelloni BologneseUS$21.00

Baked Pastas

Spinach LasagnaUS$18.00

Lasagna BologneseUS$19.00

Pasta al FornoUS$19.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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